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Nanaimo & Island RCMP detachments aid FBI in high-profile arrest
NANAIMO - Officers from various detachments across Vancouver Island, including Nanaimo, have worked alongside American agents for a high-profile arrest.Donald Steven Lang, 62, was arrested on Saturday, Aug. 22 and is facing charges in Hawaii for sexual exploitation of a child in connection to an international investiga...
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trade war
Ottawa to hike tariffs on U.S., steel, aluminum to 50% in retaliation
OTTAWA - The federal government is increasing tariffs on American steel and aluminum products from 25 to 50 per cent in retaliation for the United States imposing tariffs last week on $27.6 billion of Canadian goods. The government will also impose 50 ...
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moving day
Loaves and Fishes food bank starting move into new Nanaimo warehouse
NANAIMO - Years of planning, fundraising, and construction have finally paid off for Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank. Beginning this week, the organization is moving into the Tom Harris Regional Food Centre, a new warehouse facility at 1861 East Wellington Rd., the result of federal and provincial government fund...
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incredible experience
VIDEO: 'A gentle giant:' diver captures rare shark encounter near Parksville
PARKSVILLE - In the nearly 1,200 dives he's completed, many off Vancouver Island, a local diver says none compares to an experience he had earlier this month involving a female sixgill shark. Carl Sorensen was diving solo off Madrona Point, between Parksville and Nanoose Bay on Aug. 17, seeking and videoing octopus aro...
Aug 24, 2026
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quick reporting
Hiking & biking locals help prevent wildfire spread west of Nanaimo Correctional Centre
NANAIMO - A local man was in the right place at the right time to help put out a small wildfire near over the weekend. Long-time resident Graham, who asked NanaimoNewsNOW to withhold his last name, was out walking his dog Violet along Weigles Rd., near the Biggs and Doumont Rd. intersection west of the Nanaimo Correcti...
Aug 24, 2026
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quick response
Mid-Island lightning-linked fire starts under control
NANAIMO - A handful of weekend fire starts due to an impressive lightning storm were quickly actioned by regional fire crews. A strong storm system moved through the region Saturday, Aug. 22, bringing hundreds of lightning strikes and flashes, along with a considerable amount of rain to the Nanaimo and Oceanside areas....
Aug 24, 2026
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132nd annual
'Something for everyone:' final planning underway as Nanaimo's VIEx one month away
NANAIMO - Final preparations are underway with just over a month to go until the 132nd annual Vancouver Island Exhibition. Running at the Beban Park Fairgrounds Sept. 25-27, the event is one of the biggest of its kind on Vancouver Island and features a large midway by West Coast Amusements, agricultural shows, live mus...
Aug 24, 2026
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Going the Distance
Nanaimo triathlete Ryan Seaman posts strong finishes in 2026 competitions
NANAIMO - Triathlete Ryan Seaman has had a busy competition this year. The 23-year-old Vancouver Island University student has been in five races in Nanaimo, Victoria, Oliver, Calgary and Vancouver. In Half Ironman events in Oliver and Calgary Seaman finished first. He was also fourth overall in Victoria and fourth in ...
Aug 23, 2026
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and still growing
'Food for the soul:' Nanaimo Horticultural Society celebrates 80 years
NANAIMO - A local group helping green thumbs and novice gardeners make the most out of mid-Island vegetation is celebrating a big milestone. The Nanaimo Horticulture Society is marking 80 years in existence on Sunday, Aug 23, with an event inside the Lions Pavillion at Maffeo Sutton Park from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Presi...
Aug 23, 2026
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British Columbia
B.C.'s Eby urges Carney to look beyond tariff response in U.S.-Canada trade war
VANCOUVER - British Columbia Premier David Eby says he's encouraging Prime Minister Mark Carney to look at non-tariff measures in response to the latest escalation in the trade war with the United States. Eby applauded Carney's steps to stand up to U.S...
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Yachtsman arrested in B.C. following U.S. child sexual exploitation charges
Authorities in Canada and the United States say a dual citizen who sails around the world has been arrested in British Columbia following his indictment in Hawaii for the alleged sexual exploitation of a child. A statement from the U.S. Department of J...
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Metro Vancouver, workers agree to binding arbitration for resolving dispute
VANCOUVER - The union representing Metro Vancouver outside workers says the two sides involved in an ongoing labour dispute have agreed to binding arbitration. The Greater Vancouver Regional District Employees' Union says the workers and the regional d...
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B.C. down to three wildfires of note as Brunswick Creek removed from list
A wildfire in British Columbia's Fraser Canyon continues to burn out of control, but it is no longer considered a fire of note, leaving three remaining in the province. The BC Wildfire Service says the change is due to the reduced threat of the Brunswi...
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Ottawa spending $50M to build three B.C. salmon hatcheries
PRINCE GEORGE - The federal government has announced more than $50 million in contracts for the construction of three separate hatcheries in British Columbia aimed at salmon conservation. Fisheries and Oceans Canada says the projects will be on traditi...
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B.C. drug deaths rebound from May to June, but still down sharply from peak
Deaths in British Columbia due to unregulated drugs have rebounded from May to June but remain sharply down from their peak three years ago. The BC Coroners Service says there were 138 deaths in June, up 25 per cent from 110 deaths a month earlier, but...
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Going the Distance
Nanaimo triathlete Ryan Seaman posts strong finishes in 2026 competitions
NANAIMO - Triathlete Ryan Seaman has had a busy competition this year. The 23-year-old Vancouver Island University student has been in five races in Nanaimo, Victoria, Oliver, Calgary and Vancouver. In Half Ironman events in Oliver and Calgary Seaman finished first. He was also fourth overall in Victoria and fourth in ...
Aug 23, 2026
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Bucs Are Back
Buccaneers look to build off outstanding 2025-26 VIJHL campaign
NANAIMO - The Buccaneers look to build on an incredibly successful 2025-26 VIJHL season as they begin training camp on Sunday, August 23. Nanaimo finished first in the North Division at 33-13-3 and then went all the way to the league final. Coach Tyler Gow reflected on a campaign that was the club's second-best regular...
Aug 22, 2026
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Provincial Bronze
Senior Women Timbermen cap off best season to date with two tournaments
NANAIMO - Box lacrosse season has come to an end in the Harbour City, and the most successful team on the floor was the Senior Women Timbermen.They finished third at their provincial tournament, which, according to team spokesperson and player Sarah Ferguson, was their best ever performance."Last year we lost all ...
Aug 13, 2026
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Kay Wears the 'C'
Clippers name veteran forward new team captain
NANAIMO - The Clippers have announced Miller Kay will be their captain for the 2026-27 season. The 20-year-old joined the club in late January and finished the season with 11 points in 23 games. He was also a big part of the Clippers' playoff success with 13 points in 21 appearances, including a crucial overtime goal i...
Aug 16, 2026
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gameday experience
'A big step up:' Nanaimo Clippers adding video wall to Frank Crane Arena
NANAIMO - Clipper fans will get a new, high-definition look at their team this season while sitting in the stands at Frank Crane Arena. The BC Hockey League team has entered into a four-year agreement with Chris Jaycox Productions to install and operate a 20' by 10' LED video wall in their home rink, being installed th...
Aug 13, 2026
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Clippers 2026-27 BCHL schedule released
NANAIMO - Next season's full BCHL schedule has been released, with the puck dropping on the Nanaimo Clippers regular season on Friday Sept. 18 at Frank Crane Arena against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.The Clippers will have 26 home dates, 26 away games, and two yet-to-be-announced contests at the BCHL Showcase.Fridays w...
Jul 08, 2026
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Canada
B.C.'s Eby urges Carney to look beyond tariff response in U.S.-Canada trade war
VANCOUVER - British Columbia Premier David Eby says he's encouraging Prime Minister Mark Carney to look at non-tariff measures in response to the latest escalation in the trade war with the United States. Eby applauded Carney's steps to stand up to U.S...
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Quebec's next administration facing immigration challenges
QUÉBEC - While the impacts of immigration reforms have been a hot political issue in Quebec in recent years, voters are still waiting for the political parties to unveil how they plan to address the issue in their election campaign platforms. Quebec Pr...
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Fact File: Trump makes misleading claims about Canada-U.S. trade, economy
As the Canadian government hits back at the United States over new tariffs imposed last week, the countries' economic relationship is in the spotlight. U.S. President Donald Trump started his week with a series of Truth Social posts taking aim at Canad...
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The federal government pledged a $7.5B tariff-relief package. Here's what's in it.
OTTAWA - The federal government has announced a new package of relief for businesses and workers affected by U.S. President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs, which are targeted at a wide variety of sectors ranging from honey and wine production t...
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Who gets to name a lake? What to know about Trump's threat to rename Lake Ontario
One of the Great Lakes has become the latest target in U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war with Canada, highlighting his penchant for renaming bodies of water and landmarks. The United States is "giving serious consideration" to changing the name o...
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Fourth Montreal police officer suspended in racism and misconduct investigation
MONTREAL - A fourth Montreal police officer was suspended earlier this month as part of an investigation into allegations of racism and misconduct involving a now-disbanded patrol unit in a multicultural Montreal neighbourhood, the force announced Tues...
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World
Republican with same name as incumbent Dan Sullivan advances from Alaska US Senate primary
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - A candidate with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. senator advanced Tuesday to the general election in what will be one of the most closely watched races in the country this fall. Dan J. Sullivan, who goes by ...
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Businessman Mike Mazzei wins the GOP nomination for Oklahoma governor with Trump's endorsement
Tulsa businessman Mike Mazzei narrowly won the Republican nomination for Oklahoma governor on Tuesday after getting a boost from President Donald Trump's social media attacks on Mazzei's rival, state Attorney General Gentner Drummond. Ahe...
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Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP nomination to replace her late brother in US Senate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - U.S. Sen. Darline Graham won the Republican nomination to replace her late brother on South Carolina's general election ballot, notching another win for President Donald Trump after he threw his support behind the political novice...
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Made here. Grown here. Connected here. Island Good launches new website to make shopping Island products easier Every choice to shop Island-made is a win for Vancouver Island communities and now it's easier than ever. Island Good has launched a newly redesigned website that helps Vancouver Islanders and visitors quickl...
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